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Ms Dhoni

Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MS Dhoni) - Indian Cricketer

Height: 1.75 m DOB: July 7, 1981

One of the most loved and scrutinised cricketers to have ever been born in India - Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the perfect story for every small town boy/girl who wants to make it big in life. Hailing from the cricketing backwaters - Jharkhand, Dhoni is unarguably the second most popular player in the cricket frenzy nation after 'God' Sachin Tendulkar. Going by the statistics, Dhoni is India's most successful captain and under his leadership, India have won the top prize in all formats of the gentlemen's game - the inaugural World Twenty20 on his captaincy debut in 2007, No.1 Test ranking for 18 months starting December 2009, and the 50-over World Cup in 2011 in Mumbai. He is also the first captain in the world to win three different ICC trophies. Dhoni also led India to a memorable 2013 Champions Trophy triumph in England. During his now more than 14-years long international career, Dhoni has played an integral part in many of India's famous victories. For his impressive match-winning skills, the veteran batsman has also been christened with the tag of 'one of the best finishers in the sport', especially in the limited-overs format. However, with age catching up - Dhoni's batting abilities are on the wane but his electric reflexes and impeccable instincts behind the stumps still make him an indispensable asset to Team India. With the countdown of the 2019 ICC World Cup already started, India still needs the services of one of its biggest stalwarts who is responsible for taking the team to insurmountable heights.

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MS Dhoni is the best finisher the game has ever seen: Greg Chappell

MS Dhoni is the best finisher the game has ever seen: Greg Chappell

Cricket | May 13, 2020, 02:48 PM IST

Former India coach Chappel said he was left awestruck when he saw Dhoni batting for the first time.

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Hope he starts playing again: Rohit, Raina opine on MS Dhoni's future in international cricket

Cricket | May 12, 2020, 10:32 PM IST

Raina said that Dhoni was batting and keeping wickets well during the practice sessions that Chennai Super Kings held before the pandemic outbreak brought a halt to all cricket activities.

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Kane Williamson is very similar to MS Dhoni, both are calm and relaxed: Mitchell Santner

Cricket | May 12, 2020, 06:34 PM IST

The New Zealander, who played just four matches in IPL 2019, said that he is trying to pick Dhoni's calm and composed approach during matches. 

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Didn't know much about MS Dhoni before his 183 against Sri Lanka in 2005: Russel Arnold

Cricket | May 12, 2020, 04:10 PM IST

Arnold also revealed that Sri Lanka were surprised with Dhoni's promotion up the lineup when he walked in at No.3 in India's successful chase of 299. 

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'He threw his bat, came late for practice': Pathan, Gambhir recall moments when Dhoni lost his cool

Cricket | May 12, 2020, 02:11 PM IST

Irfan Pathan and Gautam Gambhir recalled the moments when even the 'Captain Cool' MS Dhoni turned angry.

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Dhoni is what he is because of his unbiased opinions: RP Singh recalls selection controversy of 2008

Cricket | May 11, 2020, 09:40 PM IST

A media report in 2008 had claimed that Dhoni wanted R P Singh instead of Pathan for a part of the home ODI series against England. Without acknowledging the claims of the report, the then Indian captain had called the selection meeting leak as "disgusting and disrespectful".

Dhoni during an on-field argument with umpires in IPL 2019

Was surprised as everyone: Santner recalls Dhoni’s on-field argument with umpires in IPL 2019

Cricket | May 11, 2020, 05:30 PM IST

The CSK captain had meanwhile escaped the ban and was left with a 50 per cent fine on his match fees, but many former cricketers criticised him for his conduct.

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'Special feeling to get the Test cap from MS Dhoni': KL Rahul

Cricket | May 11, 2020, 12:30 PM IST

Indian batsman KL Rahul recalled his Test debut during a Q&A session with fans on Twitter.

For us in CSK, MS Dhoni is Lionel Messi: Suresh Raina

For us in CSK, MS Dhoni is Lionel Messi: Suresh Raina

Cricket | May 11, 2020, 12:23 PM IST

Raina made a cameo in an Instagram Live session of Chennai Super Kings with his wife Priyanka and revealed she is a massive Messi fan but for him and other CSK players, MS Dhoni is parallel to the Barcelona star.

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'Bewakoof kisi aur ko banao': Shami recalls Dhoni's tough words during 2014 NZ tour

Cricket | May 10, 2020, 12:56 PM IST

Mohammed Shami recalled how MS Dhoni once lost his cool after he bowled a bouncer during the second Test in New Zealand tour in 2014.

MS Dhoni resurfaces with grey beard, sparks memes and nostalgia

MS Dhoni resurfaces with grey beard, sparks memes and nostalgia

Cricket | May 09, 2020, 09:18 PM IST

While some said that this reflects the fact that many are struggling to get haircuts, there were some who were sad that their favourite player is now growing old.

Beard has turned white: When Dhoni pulled Raina's leg

Watch | How MS Dhoni cheekily pulled Suresh Raina's leg in throwback video

Cricket | May 09, 2020, 06:56 PM IST

The Chennai Super Kings franchise Twitter handle put a smile on cricket fans face by sharing a video clip of Suresh Raina meeting Dhoni ahead of coronavirus pandemic.

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'Whenever Dhoni is around, he would sit with us and share his experiences': Anirudh Thapa

Football | May 09, 2020, 11:17 AM IST

Indian footballer Anirudh Thapa lauded MS Dhoni and opened up on how Dhoni is always willing to share his experiences.

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Will give anything you want in life: Hayden recalls Dhoni’s reaction to mongoose bat

Cricket | May 08, 2020, 10:23 PM IST

Hayden played only three IPL seasons, between 2008 and 2010 for Chennai Super Kings, scoring 1107 runs in 32 games at 36.90. 

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WATCH: MS Dhoni, Ziva engage in post-sunset running session at Ranchi farmhouse

Cricket | May 08, 2020, 09:27 PM IST

In the video shared on Ziva's Instagram page, the two initially give their pet dog a catching practice before the two exercised by running up and down the lawn.

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MS Dhoni is very fit, should continue to play for India: Kuldeep Yadav

Cricket | May 08, 2020, 03:25 PM IST

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav has said that he would personally want MS Dhoni to continue playing for the country.

Sourav Ganguly's challenge was to create a team, MS Dhoni's was to lead seniors: Ashish Nehra

Sourav Ganguly's challenge was to create a team, MS Dhoni's was to lead seniors: Ashish Nehra

Cricket | May 08, 2020, 12:00 PM IST

Under Ganguly's leadership, Nehra was part of the team, which were the runner-ups of 2003 World Cup, meanwhile, he lifted the same coveted trophy with Dhoni as captain in 2011.

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CSK shares throwback picture of MS Dhoni and CSK brigade from 2005 tri-series

Cricket | May 08, 2020, 09:31 AM IST

Chennai Super Kings shared a throwback picture of MS Dhoni and the CSK brigade from 2005, as the 'Men in Blue' took part in a tri-series involving Sri Lanka and West Indies.

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MS Dhoni or Rishabh Pant? Suniel Shetty picks his India squad for World T20

Cricket | May 07, 2020, 04:32 PM IST

Suniel picked his 14-member squad for the tournament which is still shrouded in uncertainty owing to the coronavirus pandemic. 

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MS Dhoni would always remain available for chat with players, says Ashish Nehra

Cricket | May 07, 2020, 04:17 PM IST

Former Indian pacer Ashish Nehra said that MS Dhoni would subtly pass on the message in conversation with players.

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